Phone Number *
Phone type Mobile Home Work Other
Describe how you came to know Jesus on a personal level. *
Share your journey with God currently. What are you learning and studying? *
Are you currently tithing? If no, why not? *
The Bible asks us to give our first and our best back to God, and He will bless the rest. We return to the Lord 10% (the tithe) of what He’s given us because it belongs to Him.
Have you ever been part of a small group at Elevate? *
Select… Yes No
Have you completed Explore *
Select… Yes No Currently Attending
Are you currently on an Elevate Serve Team? *
Select… Yes No
Your Co-Leaders information
Name, Phone, Email
Which best describes your group? *
Select… I'm starting a new, ongoing small group I'm starting a new, short-term small group that will meet for a specific length of time I already have a group of friends and we are becoming an official Elevate Group
What type of group would you like to lead? *
Select the ones that apply.
Select… Adult Co-Ed Couples Only Fresh Start Financial Message Discussion Men's Only Sports or Activity-Based Women's Only Young Adults
Group Name *
Your group name should be intuitive, inviting, and down to earth. It should match the purpose of the group and should appeal to people who are not familiar with Elevate Church or the group. Your group name should make people feel included, so when choosing a name be sure to avoid using: • Words or acronyms that people may not understand such as “Churchy” words or clichés • Wording that really belongs in the group description (such as “35+ Singles") Many ongoing Small Groups choose to use the leader’s name as the group name, which is fine. A name such as “The Hardy’s Group” is acceptable, but “The Hardys” is not because it’s less intuitive to someone new to the idea of Elevate Groups. Depending on the specific group you are leading, we may offer suggestions or make adjustments to your group name such as for Summer Squads.
What is your group about? *
The description you write for your group will either draw a person to connect with the group or become a turn-off, depending how it is written. Put thought into your description so that it is warm and informative. Add a personal touch and avoid wording that people don’t understand (so readers don’t feel like outsiders). The description should: • Clarify for the reader what type of person your group might appeal to • Be inviting to people who don’t have a church background • Include a sentence or two about the purpose of the group or what you’d like to accomplish • If applicable, explain the content the group uses (such as curriculum or discussion of the most recent weekend message) • Clarify how the group handles childcare (if the group is open to adults who may have children) • If your location has pets, this NEEDS to be stated in this description
Who is your group designed for? *
Select… Anyone is welcome Men Women Married Singles Young Adult (20+) VRTCL youth (Grades 6-12)
Do you have an age range? *
Select… 11-14 15-17 18-22 20s 30s 40s 50s 60s+ College All Ages
Will your group be family-friendly? Are children welcome to attend with their parents? If so, let us know so we can share that with those looking for a group that accommodates kids. *
If yes, please ensure you include how this is handled in your group description above. Childcare, etc.
Select… Yes No, we would like to keep this an adult only group
How will your group meet? *
Please select the primary way your group will meet.
Select… Online In-Person
Where will your group meet? *
To avoid any confusion or overlapping of groups at the same location, please be specific and include the full address. (Example, Chipotle Mexican Grill 6611 Peach St, Erie, PA 16509) If you will meet online, please include your digital link.
How often will your group meet? *
Select… Weekly Bi-Weekly
What day will you meet? *
Select… Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday morning only Sunday night only
What time will your group meet? *
Please provide both a start and end time. We recommend a length of 1.5 hours, but feel free to adjust based on your group’s needs.
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